OK - so this is not tea related, but it's Elmira-related. Our little town of Elmira (population of about 11,000 I think) is in the list of 10 finalists for Hockeyville, hosted by Kraft foods and the CBC. The arena is old and deteriorating, but well-used. This area, Woolwich Township, could definitely use a new facility and fundraising to that end has been ongoing for about 2 years or so. The building has started as well. Winning the Hockeyville competition would allow a little break for taxpayers, as the prize is $100,000 donated for arena upgrades. The voting ends on January 19, 2009 at 7:30 a.m. ET.
Here are the details of the contest, or to skip the details and vote now, click here (scroll down on the right side of the Hockeyville page to Ontario, Woolwich):
The Kraft Hockeyville 2009 playoffs are in full swing! Judges have selected the Top Ten Communities that will be moving on to the next round of this fierce competition. The Top Ten finalists will now face-off for your vote and for the coveted title of Kraft Hockeyville 2009.
Tell us who you think should be crowned Kraft Hockeyville 2009 by voting for the community that has the most community spirit, originality and passion for hockey from each Region*. There is no limit on the number of times you can vote, so visit often and show your support for the ultimate hockey community. Can’t decide which finalists to back? Well then, visit each community’s web page and watch their passion for Canada’s sport in action. Add Hockeyville 2009 to your favourite bookmarks for quick access.
Once Canada votes, the Top 5 Communities (1 per Region plus a wild card) will move on for the chance to win the coveted title of Kraft Hockeyville 2009! The prize includes an opportunity to host an NHL® Pre-Season Game**, a CBC Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, plus $100,000 in arena upgrades from Kraft. Your votes will decide who will be crowned Kraft Hockeyville 2009! Each of the other 4 lucky finalists will also win $25,000 in arena upgrades from Kraft plus host a CBC Hockey Night in Canada broadcast from their community.
It’s up to you to choose Kraft Hockeyville 2009, so start casting your votes today!
Thanks and tell all your friends! (Did you notice you can vote more than once???)
Celebrate National Hot Tea Month - drink tea at the arena!
